If hydrogen ions (H⁺) increase in the blood, the pH will decrease, leading to a condition known as acidosis. Conversely, if hydrogen ions decrease, the pH will increase, resulting in alkalosis. The body regulates blood pH tightly through various mechanisms, including respiration and renal function, to maintain it within a range of approximately 7.35 to 7.45. Disruptions in this balance can have significant physiological effects.
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